Citipati mask

Monpa people, border area Arunachal

Pradesh and Bhutan. Approx. 18th / 19t

cen. The glossy patina of the reddish wood

indicates intensive use and handling for

over a long period of time

This fragmentary skull mask of Citipati is a

reminder of the impermanence of life and

the eternal cycle of life and death. Citipati

is a protector of Tibetan Buddhism, and his

mask is used in traditional Cham dance-

rituals. (20cm) Prov. old US collection. Ex.

collection Louis Nierijnck.

price on request.